2:20 p.m. — The House “trial phase” continues with a summary of the allegations against Rangel.

2:15 p.m. — The 13 violations are now being outlined by Green against Rangel, including not disclosing that he owned a home in the Dominican Republic. The story was first revealed following a Post investigation.

2:14 p.m. — Three House members are now discussing the 21-month investigation process. Rep. Gene Green (D-Texas) says over 60 meetings were held looking into any alleged Rangel wrongdoing.

2:08 p.m. — “We have an obligation to Mr. Rangel … to present his own version of events,” says McCaul, adding that Rangel faces 13 counts. He does not elaborate on the charges. “We are now in the trial phases” — adding that time for reaching any deals has passed.

2:07 p.m. — Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) takes the microphone, says they will look at “very serious allegations relating” to Rangel’s conduct. Looks like all the members sitting on the committee will give a short speech before the proceedings begin.

2:06 p.m. — Lofgren said the committee’s role is “to act impartially as to fact and law” — not to judge Rangel.

2:03 p.m. — Rangel is not present in the hearing chamber. Reports that a deal had been reached appear at this point to be wrong.

2:02 p.m. — Lofgren said the hearing will determine if there is “clear and convincing” evidence against Rangel. She said Rangel’s lawyers can counter the allegations that are outlined in the sub-committee’s findings.

2:01 p.m. — Lofgren said this afternoon’s hearing will detail the charges Rangel faces — allegations that surfaced two years ago.

1:15 p.m. — Rangel’s lawyer Leslie Kiernan is currently in talks with attorneys for the special House panel, made up of four Democrats and four Republicans, about how to avoid a trial, according to The Associated Press and Reuters.

1:10 p.m. — Hearing has been delayed until 2 p.m. ET.

1:05 p.m. — House Ethics Committee expected to hold hearing and vote on release of charges Rangel is facing at today’s hearing.

1:01 p.m. — Rep. Charlie Rangel leaves his DC office, says he will not attend ethics hearing. Asked if he had struck a deal, Rangel said, “I have no idea.”